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[Facial type, dental form and cosmetics]
N D Gnagne-Agnero Koffi1, E Mansilla-Abouattier, E E Adiko
1UFR d'odonto-stomatologie d'Abidjan.
Odonto-Stomatologie Tropicale = Tropical Dental Journal
|March 13, 2002
Summary
Facial and dental aesthetics are linked. This study defines African facial shapes and proposes cosmetic solutions for better facial-dental harmony, aiding dentists and beauticians.
Area of Science:
- Aesthetics
- Dentistry
- Cosmetology
Background:
- Facial shape and dental form significantly influence overall facial aesthetics.
- A disharmony between facial structure and dentition can lead to aesthetic concerns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define and categorize distinct facial shapes prevalent in the African population.
- To identify common dental forms and their relationship with various facial types.
- To propose tailored cosmetic and dental strategies for enhancing facial harmony.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of diverse African facial morphologies.
- Classification of dental forms based on aesthetic principles.
- Development of a make-up and potential dental treatment framework.
Main Results:
- Identification of key African facial shape categories.
- Correlation established between specific facial and dental forms.
- Aesthetic guidelines for make-up application based on facial typology.
Conclusions:
- Achieving facial-dental harmony is crucial for aesthetic outcomes.
- A systematic approach integrating beautician and dental expertise can address aesthetic disharmonies.
- This study provides a foundational framework for personalized aesthetic treatments in the African population.